Regional Compliance Leader – North & Central England

Wynnstay Group PLC; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or allowance

Employee Assistance Programme with BUP

Company profit related pay

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Employee discount

Ongoing training and development

Supportive, values-led organisation

Job summary

Wynnstay Group PLC is seeking a Regional Compliance & Assurance Manager to lead audits and drive compliance across our North & Central England store network. You will work with Store Managers, delivering coaching to embed compliant practices while identifying and mitigating risks.

The role combines field audits, reporting, and improvement initiatives to sustain a culture of safety, quality and regulatory compliance across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in auditing, inspection or compliance monitoring in a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Ability to translate technical requirements into practical guidance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with coaching capability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scheduled and unannounced audits across stores in the region.
• Assess compliance against Wynnstay policies, regulatory requirements and codes of practice.
• Produce clear audit reports and identify areas for improvement.
• Agree corrective actions with store management and monitor progress.
• Conduct follow‑up visits to ensure actions are completed and sustained.
• Identify, investigate and escalate recurring or significant risks.
• Provide assurance on food and feed hygiene, Health & Safety, Trading Standards, and related standards.
• Review storage, handling, traceability, recalls and environmental requirements.

Skills

Auditing

Compliance

Risk management

HSE (Health & Safety)

Coaching

Reporting

Communication

Travel

Driving licence

Education

Audit qualification

H&S qualifications

Job description

Wynnstay Group PLC is seeking a Regional Compliance & Assurance Manager to lead audits and drive compliance across our North & Central England store network. You will work with Store Managers, delivering coaching to embed compliant practices while identifying and mitigating risks.

The role combines field audits, reporting, and improvement initiatives to sustain a culture of safety, quality and regulatory compliance across multiple locations.